Hello, I am pretty certain I have Melasma on my face and it does respond to lightening creams but it

... never goes away. My question is related to Melasma appearing pink at times. I have two close family members with Lupus and I personally have tons of symptoms. I am wondering if anyone with Melasma ever notices it is pink instead of brown. The pink rash like areas are in the same spot as a butterfly rash would be but it is also the same area of my Melasma. Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you

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Are you wondering if you have Lupus? Why not go to the Rheumatologist and ask s/he to rule it out? You just might get your answer. I have SLE but no rash, so I can't help you there. I googled lupus + melasma and saw several interesting discussions. It seems melasma occurs in the same areas that a lupus rash does for other people than yourself. It's usually more brown but can be pink. There are lots of pictures if you select "images" after the original search. I say take it to the Rheumy and let the tests be run.